THE BIBLICAL OLD TESTAMENT, CHRISTIANITY, AND THE CHALLENGES OF SYSTEMIC CORRUPTION IN NIGERIA

Abstract

The article looks at corruption in Nigeria from the lens of Christianity and the Old Testament. In the context of this article, corruption refers to any act of fraud, thievery, embezzlement, and nepotism that directly or indirectly robes citizens of satisfactory existence. The political, economic, educational, and religious circles are caught up in corrupt practices. An evaluation of the challenge reveals that corrupt practices in Nigeria have continued to strive due to the lack of rebuke in the sermons of Christian religious leaders, the increased prosperity gospel, and the pressure of financial obligation on members by the clergy. The root causes of corruption in Nigeria are rooted in the activities of genuine Christians and religious leaders who serve as accomplices in the corrupt actions of their members in leadership positions. As part of recommendations, Churches and institutions should practise and preach integrity to their adherents.